Trick-or-treating may be the main event on Halloween [1], but there's no rule stating the treats have to start after sunset. With the holiday falling on a weekday this year, you know all the kids will be talking about their costumes and candy during lunch that day. So why not pack them a healthy lunch that plays into the theme? From the intricate bento boxes to simple grilled cheese, we've got plenty of ways to send 'em off to school in the Halloween spirit.

Jack-o'-Lantern Grilled Cheese

As simple as it looks to make, this jack-o'-lantern grilled cheese sandwich [2] is sure to be a hit!

Witches and Mummies and Pumpkins, Oh My!

This bento has it all — a rice witch, a hot-dog mummy, and some squash pumpkin.

Witchy Bear

Steak and rice look adorably sweet when shaped as a witchy bear.

Count Dracula

Sesame Street's Count von Count isn't too scary when he's in rice form.

A Bear Witch and Her Broomstick

This sweet bear sandwich witch Halloween [3] girl is nothing to be scared of at lunchtime!

Spooky Sandwich

Just changing the way you cut your sandwich can easily convert it into a spooky meal.

Witches' Fingers

Turn your tot's favorite hot dogs into a Halloween [4] treat by renaming them witches' fingers.

Graveyard Scene

Broccoli, rice, and nori make for a spooky snack.

There's a Zombi in My Bento!

Creating a zombie's face on a bed of rice just takes some colorful vegetables and imagination.

A Spooky Ghost Sandwich

A ghost cookie cutter is an easy way to take part in the Halloween [5] lunch.

Boo Lunch

"Boo" eggs and a spooky cat help add to the Halloween [6] spirit.

A Ghoulish Plate of Food

A rice ghost and carrot pumpkin help make this lunch a ghoulish delight.

Ding-Dong the Witch Is Dead

The Wicked Witch landed in this tasty lunch thanks to some adorable Halloween-inspired nori accents.

A Healthy Jack-o'-Lantern

Just some simple carving is all you need to Halloween-ify your healthy bento box.

Spiderweb-tastic

For a slightly fancier lunchbox, this "spiderweb rice" is a hoot and a half!

Halloween Apple

Turn a healthy apple and cheese snack into a seasonal treat by creating a monster out of their fruit.

Skele-terrific!

Top their bowl of chili with a Halloween [7] skeleton made from cheese for an unexpected surprise at lunch.

Zombie Eye Pizza

You won't scare kids away from eating their lunch with this cute mummy hot dog and pizza.

Frankenstein Sandwich

Olive accents create a friendly Frankenstein to enjoy during lunch.

Mummified Hot Dogs

How cute is this mummy-wrapped hot dog and pretzel bones?